BATTLE OF THE TOPCOATS | Topcoat Testing over chalk paint w/ @ChristinaMuscari of Pretty Distressed

This Battle of the Topcoats video is in collaboration with Christina Muscari of Pretty Distressed. I will be testing the stain blocking and scratch resistance of 3 water-based liquid topcoats, a clear furniture wax and hemp oil to see how each holds up over a piece of painted furniture.

Christina will be testing her topcoats over white paint, while I’ll be doing my tests on a darker colour.

Products Used in this Video:
+ 220 grit sandpaper
+ White Foam Brush Applicators from Dollarama
*in the US this product is Varathane Waterbased Ultimate Polyurethane

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[ltriff]

like a scientist in a lab sharing your results with the world. I'm impressed and thankful. this saved me so much time

[Nicole-ekny]

Wow you put so much effort into creating this video! Was exactly what I was looking for when comparing the finishes. Thank you so much, it was so helpful :)

[jermainewalker]

By far best representation and actual test I have seen so far! Very informative

[joycestewart]

I've used Tung Oil with wax over it and I have been thrilled at the finish and durability. I learned that from my father-in-law who has refinished antique furniture for decades. Sometimes the old ways can be a good option.

[sarebear]

I love when creative content makers collaborate. ❤

[lesliemctavish]

Thankyou Karie! This is incredibly timely.

[barrywilmeth]

That was a GREAT test. Thank you very much for doing all this. It helps so very much.

[mavmom]

I am a current subscriber to your channel as well as Pretty Distressed. A million thanks for your collaboration! This helps take the guesswork out of deciding which topcoat(s) to use for those of us wanting to embark on furniture painting!

[ethan]

Finally someone else who uses Behr wax ... barely any videos on it when I bought mine and was just beginning..this would’ve been extra helps but can’t wait for the video!

[lisaroth]

I definitely appreciated that one block of yours was without any topcoat. There are some paints out there that claim not to need a topcoat. It might be interesting to see how they compared with each other. But I did enjoy this video and Christina's too. Great idea!

[keyanna]

Wow!! You out so much detail and provided the visuals for every possible question that I could have thought of. I really typically don’t comment, but I cannot show love to someone who did such an amazing job

[HelenKerins]

This was so informative!! I'm re-watching, taking notes and then heading over to my hardware store to buy my painting supplies!

[marshabalderrama]

Thank you both. I found 2 top coats that I have were the contenders on each of your channels. Hugs to you🤗

[iveyd]

Thank you for this video! I’ve been trying to decide what topcoat to use on my newly refinished and painted furniture that I used chalk paint - first furniture painting project. This was definitely the shortcut I was looking for bc there are so many different options and opinions out there I was going down a wormhole! You def saved the day! Thanks again!

[brianandtamiolson]

Absolutely the best two videos out there on this subject. Thanks to both of you❤️👍🏼

[heathermarshall]

Thank you for conducting this test of top coats. These videos are so informative and helpful to us novice.

[murrdablurr]

FINALLY, an answer! Gonna use the Varathane Diamond Wood Finish in Satin. No more being overwhelmed and unsure of what top coat I should get. Thank you!

[mayabeading]

Super test. I work with polymer clay, which needs sealing depending on paints, chalks, mica powder, etc used. This is helpful for me. Thank you!

[dannabridget]

Wow these videos are well organized and edited. Thank you so much, these are so helpful ! :)

[sunsetkizz]

This was fantastic! It helped me make up my mind on which top coat I’d choose for my first refinished product. Ty